GOA

Goa, on the west coast of India, needs no introduction. It is a land of swaying palms, miles of golden sands, lush greenery, an incredible cultural heritage, magnificent churches and temples and a unique cultural synthesis of the east and the west.

How to reach: Dabolim Airport in Goa is linked with major cities and towns and Madgaon is connected by Konkan Railway with Mumbai, Delhi, etc. Goa is also linked by a good network of motorable roads.

Where to stay: Beach Resorts of the highest international standards, State Govt. accomodation, hotels, tourist hostels and cottages, budget accomodation, paying guest accomodation are all available in Goa. Details may be obtained from the Govt. of India Tourist Office in Panaji or the State Govt. Tourism Office,

What to see: Panaji - the capital of Goa, Mapusa, Madgaon, Vasco, Aguada Fort, Dona Paula, Terelkhol Fort, Shri Shantadurga and Mangueshi Temples, Old Goa with the Basilica of Born Jesus, Se Cathedral, Church of Saint Francis of Assisi and other churches, the beaches of Candolim, Calangute, Colva, Baga, Anjuna, Vagator, Varca, Benaulim, Cavelossim, Mobor, etc., Bondla Forest, Dudhsagar Waterfalls.

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